With this pass, you can visit all five of the Shakespeare Family Homes. Opening times, location and availability vary – see Operational Information for more details.

Shakespeare’s New Place

Shakespeare's New Place brings a contemporary twist to where Shakeseare's family home once stood. Shakespeare and his family lived in the New Place for almost twenty years and where he wrote 26 of his major works.

Although no longer standing, you can walk through a new entrance on the site of the original gatehouse to see specifically commissioned artworks in the stunning gardens. Take a stroll through the restored Tudor Knot Garden, originally designed by renowned gardener Ernest Law.

A Dynamic new permanent exhibition brings to life the story of Shakespeare's New Place and the personal life of its most famous occupant and his family – casting new light on Shakespeare as a father, husband, citizen of Stratford-upon-Avon, as well as the famous playwright.

Shakespeare’s Birthplace

Visit the beautiful Tudor house where Shakespeare was born and grew up, and see his family’s restored living space and his father’s workshop. Not only can you visit the house itself, the exhibition ‘Famous Beyond Words’ provides a closer look at Shakespeare’s life, and live performances in the garden bring his masterpieces into the 21st Century!

Hall’s Croft
This elegant town house belonged to Shakespeare’s daughter, Susanna, and her husband, Dr John Hall. Take in the exquisite carved furniture, textiles and artworks reminiscent of the Tudor originals to give you an exclusive look into 17th century affluence and comfort. You will also be able to relax in the tranquil walled gardens and see the medicinal herbs as used by Dr Hall in his remedies. Enjoy a free Parlour Talk from an informative guide to find out more about Shakespeare’s eldest daughter, and visit the café and a gift shop, where you can pick up a unique souvenir from an exclusive collection by local artists.

Anne Hathaway’s Cottage & Gardens
Visit the immaculately restored thatched cottage where Shakespeare’s wife lived. Stroll through the award-winning gardens, including traditional orchards and a woodland walk. You can also visit the Sonnet Arbour, a living willow cabin where you can hear readings of some of Shakespeare’s most popular sonnets.

Tickets are valid for one visit to each of your five properties in a 72 hour period.

The pass

Visit five properties between March-November, and four properties from the 4 November onwards.

All properties within walking distance of each other or near a rail station, and just two hours from London

Information cards available in English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Japanese and Mandarin

Closing times listed above are last entry. Houses close 30 minutes after last entry.

Getting to Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon is located in the county of Warwickshire, approximately two hours away from London by train or car

Direct trains are available from London Marylebone station

Direct buses (National Express) are available from Victoria Coach Station in London (3 hour journey time)

Getting to the properties

Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Shakespeare's New Place, Ann Hathaway’s Cottage and Halls Croft are all located in the town of Stratford-upon-Avon, within a short walk of each other and Stratford-upon-Avon train station

Mary Arden’s Farm is located a short walk from Wilmcote train station; there are regular trains from Stratford-upon-Avon to Wilmcote, with a journey time of just 7 minutes

Well worth a visit, in my opinion. It was fascinating to see where the Shakespeare once lived and the guides/staff were helpful and very interesting to listen to. Shakespeare’s Birthplace

Wonderful to see the place that Shakespeare grew up and to find out more about him as well as the time he lived. The guides in the house were brilliant and answered any questions that we had, also there were actors and actresses who acted parts of Shakespeare's plays - just brilliant! Shakespeare’s Birthplace